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Title:
Door Holland met pen en camera
De Aarde en haar Volken, 1906
Credits: Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Distributed Proofreaders Team
Summary: "Door Holland met pen en camera" by Lud. Georges Hamön is a descriptive travelogue likely written in the late 19th century. The work invites readers to explore the picturesque landscapes and unique cultural aspects of Holland, giving insight into its rural life, traditional attire, and the harmony between the people and their environment. The opening of the book introduces the author's arrival in Middelburg amidst dreary weather. He paints vivid imagery of the slow pace of life, particularly highlighting local farmers and market scenes. As he encounters various characters, such as the calm bridgekeeper and the farmers selling their produce, he emphasizes the tranquility and simplicity that define the Dutch lifestyle. He observes the townspeople's interactions and the serene atmosphere in the bustling marketplace, showcasing the deep-rooted sense of community and the mundane yet charming intricacies of daily life in Holland. The author’s reflections not only celebrate the beauty of the landscapes but also provide a thoughtful commentary on the character of the Dutch people. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 66.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Hamön, Lud. Georges
EBook No.: 13317
Published: Aug 29, 2004
Downloads: 166
Language: Dutch
Subject: Netherlands -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Netherlands
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
Door Holland met pen en camera
De Aarde en haar Volken, 1906
Credits: Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Distributed Proofreaders Team
Summary: "Door Holland met pen en camera" by Lud. Georges Hamön is a descriptive travelogue likely written in the late 19th century. The work invites readers to explore the picturesque landscapes and unique cultural aspects of Holland, giving insight into its rural life, traditional attire, and the harmony between the people and their environment. The opening of the book introduces the author's arrival in Middelburg amidst dreary weather. He paints vivid imagery of the slow pace of life, particularly highlighting local farmers and market scenes. As he encounters various characters, such as the calm bridgekeeper and the farmers selling their produce, he emphasizes the tranquility and simplicity that define the Dutch lifestyle. He observes the townspeople's interactions and the serene atmosphere in the bustling marketplace, showcasing the deep-rooted sense of community and the mundane yet charming intricacies of daily life in Holland. The author’s reflections not only celebrate the beauty of the landscapes but also provide a thoughtful commentary on the character of the Dutch people. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 66.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Hamön, Lud. Georges
EBook No.: 13317
Published: Aug 29, 2004
Downloads: 166
Language: Dutch
Subject: Netherlands -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Netherlands
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.